An Embraer ERJ-145 operated by AirJet Angola traveling from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM/FZQA) to Kolwezi Airport (KWZ/FZQM) was destroyed by fire after a runway excursion at Kolwezi Airport in the Democratic Republic of the Congo on the 17th of November.
Flight MBC100 was carrying a delegation from the Ministry of Mines and all occupants evacuated safely. One of the passengers on board recorded a video of the aircraft during its approach and rough landing. The incident occurred as the aircraft arrived from Kinshas with an intermediate stop in Lubumbashi. The delegation was traveling to Kolwezi to address official matters related to a recent mining accident in the Lualaba region.
According to authorities, the ERJ- 145 left the paved section of the 7,900-foot runway 29 during deceleration and came to rest on unpaved ground. A fire broke out after the aircraft stopped, but there were no fatalities or injuries were reported among the passengers or crew.
Aviation investigators from the Democratic Republic of the Congo are expected to examine several factors, including runway conditions, prevailing weather at the time, and the operational status of the aircraft. The investigation will determine the sequence of events leading to the accident.
Aircraft Information:
Airline: Airjet Angola
Code: MBC
Aircraft: Embraer ERJ 145LR
Registration: D2-AJB
Serial Number: 145456
Engines: 2 x AN AE3007A1/1
First Flew: April 2000
Age: 24.6 Years
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